©2025 Seyfarth Shaw LLP Developments in Equal Pay Litigation | i Developments in Equal Pay Litigation March 2025 Dear Clients and Friends. We are pleased to present the latest edition of Seyfarth Shaw’s annual analysis of developments in equal pay litigation. This publication provides an overview of significant decisions and recent developments impacting federal and state equal pay litigation and legislation. Our goal is to provide in-depth analysis and commentary regarding these developments so that corporate counsel, human resources professionals, and other corporate decision makers have the up-to-date guidance they need to make informed decisions regarding equal pay issues, including a solid background in the types of issues that often arise in equal pay litigation. This report is organized into three main sections. The first section discusses equal pay legislation at both the federal and state level, with a special emphasis on how those various legal and regulatory regimes differ and the different legal risks they pose to employers operating in many jurisdictions. The second section contains an in-depth discussion of notable court decisions and emerging trends in legal theories and defenses in equal pay litigation cases. The third section discusses significant developments in federal regulation and enforcement of equal pay issues driven by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Equal pay remains a dynamic area of law—and a significant source of legal exposure. We hope this report serves as a valuable resource for our clients and friends as they navigate this evolving legal and regulatory landscape. As always, please feel free to contact any member of Seyfarth Shaw’s Equal Pay Group with questions or for further guidance. This publication should not be construed as legal advice or a legal opinion on any specific facts or circumstances. The contents are intended for general informational purposes only, and you are urged to consult a lawyer concerning your own situation and any specific legal questions you may have. Additionally, this publication is not an offer to perform legal services nor establishes an attorney-client relationship.
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